[ Miles, in turn, dips his head. He can sense Gregor's unsteady foundations, oh yes. In that instant he feels a little spike of guilt - pure selfishness is all he can think of, isn't it? Right. He marshals himself, then, and plants himself firmly. He will be a rock for Gregor in turn if that's what's needed. ]

I think you can help pay us back by taking a moment to get yourself to rights. [ Also quiet, gentle. ] We'll get something arranged for dinner too.